Icosapent ethyl, also known by its chemical name ethyl eicosapentaenoate and incorrect chemical name ethyl eicosapentaenoic acid (E-EPA), sold under the brand name Vascepa among others, is a medication used to treat dyslipidemia and hypertriglyceridemia. It is used in combination with changes in diet in adults with hypertriglyceridemia ≥ 150 mg/dL. Further, it is often required to be used with a statin.
Ikosapent molecular structure diagram from the DrugsPRO substance library.
Also known as: Icosapent ethyl
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Chemical: Medicine
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Icosapent: Icosapent ethyl, also known by its chemical name ethyl eicosapentaenoate and incorrect chemical name ethyl eicosapentaenoic acid (E-EPA), sold under the brand name Vascepa among others, is a medication used to treat dyslipidemia and hypertriglyceridemia. It is used in combination with cha